The hearing was marked by threats of litigation if the auction was postponed, complaints that Straub was being secretive about his plans for the massive complex and the appearance of a potential competing bidder. The auction was set for two weeks after Straub's proposal was made public, and creditors complained potential buyers could use more time to put together competing bids Revel also got approval to pay Straub a $3 million break-up fee if his is not the winning bid at the auction.
